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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1986 · 2,962 cc

6159 SPMOT history

6159 SP is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 14 Mar 1986. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 27,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
27,870 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
6159 SP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
14 Mar 1986
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

6159 SP was last recorded at 27,870 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,797 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,870 miles
  • 2025 – 27,797 miles
  • 2024 – 27,355 miles
  • 2023 – 27,332 miles
  • 2022 – 27,208 miles
  • 2021 – 27,019 miles
  • 2019 – 26,513 miles
  • 2017 – 26,256 miles
  • 2016 – 26,102 miles
  • 2015 – 25,752 miles
  • 2014 – 25,584 miles
  • 2013 – 25,432 miles
  • 2012 – 25,174 miles
  • 2011 – 24,942 miles
  • 2010 – 24,657 miles
  • 2009 – 24,418 miles
  • 2008 – 24,209 miles
  • 2007 – 24,028 miles
  • 2006 – 23,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,870 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,870 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    27,870 miles
    Test number
    226658361461
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass27,797 miles (+442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    27,797 miles
    Test number
    673112620903
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass27,355 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    27,355 miles
    Test number
    395761020328
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass27,332 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    27,332 miles
    Test number
    309129851189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass27,208 miles (+189)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    27,208 miles
    Test number
    783482245283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn upper coil spring mounting bracket rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering intermediate drop am has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn upper coil spring mounting bracket rear bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering intermediate drop am has slight play

  6. Pass27,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    27,019 miles
    Test number
    910562239120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail27,019 miles (+506)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,019 miles
    Test number
    486605788194
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass26,513 miles (+257)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    26,513 miles
    Test number
    404891517416
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass26,256 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    26,256 miles
    Test number
    217857428121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,102 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    26,102 miles
    Test number
    360396892507
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  11. Fail26,083 miles (+331)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,083 miles
    Test number
    622668949527
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass25,752 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    25,752 miles
    Test number
    284860816241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cracking

  13. Fail25,742 miles (+158)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,742 miles
    Test number
    704712848023
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cracking

  14. Pass25,584 miles (+152)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    25,584 miles
    Test number
    445362604468
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings slight noise

  15. Pass25,432 miles (+258)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,432 miles
    Test number
    448223503481
    • NoteBoth front and n/s rear tyres cracking
    • NoteFront subframe mounts worn

  16. Pass25,174 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    25,174 miles
    Test number
    549407792229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,942 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    24,942 miles
    Test number
    526985401370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,657 miles (+239)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,657 miles
    Test number
    422972590240
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNsr tyre low outer edge

  19. Pass24,418 miles (+209)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,418 miles
    Test number
    254129209383
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNsr tyre low outer edge

  20. Pass24,209 miles (+181)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,209 miles
    Test number
    602568208337
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low outer edge

  21. Pass24,028 miles (+129)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    24,028 miles
    Test number
    224427097261
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low outer edge

  22. Pass23,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,899 miles
    Test number
    553729286247
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Questions about 6159 SP

What vehicle is registration 6159 SP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 6159 SP on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 14 Mar 1986. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 6159 SP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 6159 SP is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 6159 SP?
The MOT on 6159 SP is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 6159 SP done?
6159 SP was recorded at 27,870 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 203 miles a year.
Has 6159 SP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 6159 SP has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on 6159 SP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 6159 SP find?
6159 SP passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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